UGC-NET June 2024 Exam Cancelled Amid Alleged Compromises; CBI to Investigate
The UGC-NET June 2024 examination has been abruptly cancelled by the Ministry of Education, following reports of potential compromises in its integrity. This decision, announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA), comes in the wake of emerging evidence indicating irregularities in exam conduct.
Reasons for Cancellation: Initially conducted on June 18, the UGC-NET exam was cancelled due to concerns raised by the National Cyber Crime Threat Analytics Unit regarding possible breaches. The exam, which saw a record registration of 11 lakh students, was conducted in a pen-and-paper format for the first time in recent history.
Government Response and Actions: The Ministry of Education has vowed to reschedule the UGC-NET examination and provide updated information in due course. Concurrently, the matter has been escalated to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a thorough investigation into the alleged irregularities.
Contextual Background: This development occurs amidst a larger controversy surrounding the NEET-UG 2024 medical entrance exam, which is also under scrutiny for similar issues. The Ministry has assured us that complaints regarding unfair marking and a potential paper leak in NEET-UG will be probed.
With the cancellation of UGC-NET in June 2024 and the subsequent investigation by the CBI, the Ministry of Education aims to uphold transparency and restore confidence in the examination process. The affected candidates will eagerly await future updates regarding the rescheduling of the UGC-NET exam.
